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AUTHOR(S)

Grannis, Pete

PUB. DATE

October 2009

SOURCE

New York State Conservationist;Oct2009, Vol. 64 Issue 2, preceding p3

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

This article features the implementation of the Watchable Wildlife Program in New York. Created in 1990, the program offers the best places and opportunities to see wildlife in the state. It establishes a viewing area in each city or suburb and forms interpretive trails or a visitor area. People can find a watching area on the web sites of Watchable Wildlife Inc. and the state Department of Environmental Conservation.

ACCESSION #

45085020

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